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Internet Key for Tree Leaves

Time Frame

1 class periods of 60 minutes each

Group Size

Individual

Authors

Utah LessonPlans

Summary

Students will use an Internet key to identify tree leaves.


Materials


Instructional Procedures

  1. Reserve the computer lab or laptops. If they are not available, a single classroom computer with a projector could be used to demonstrate the use of the key.
  2. You might collect tree branch (several leaves on a short branch) and preserve them with book time on cardstock or ask student to bring in samples from their yards.
  3. Read the student page with students and make sure they are all on this website.
  4. Ask student to identify the leaves provided, using the Internet tree key.
  5. Students should fill out the data in the student sheet as they identify their trees.
  6. If time allows, tour your school yard and look for additional trees to key. Students may also be assigned to look at trees in their yards or neighborhoods.


Bibliography

Lesson Design by Jordan School District Teachers and Staff.


Created: 10/06/2014
Updated: 02/01/2018
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